3D-printed aligners for cleft lip and palate repair
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether custom 3D-printed aligners can help shape a baby's cleft lip, gum, and palate before surgery. It aims to make traditional molding treatment more precise and easier for families.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your baby has a complete cleft that affects the lip, gum (alveolus), and palate on one side only.
- Your baby is no older than 45 days (about 6 weeks) at the start of treatment.
- The gap between the two edges of the cleft is larger than 5 millimeters.
- Your baby has no other birth defects or syndromes.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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